• Program Manager

    Actalent (Durham, NC)


    Job Title: Program Manager

    Job Description

    Join a leading industry expert in on-prem certifications, driving over $2 billion in US Federal Sales Revenue. As a part of our efficient team of Program Managers, you will contribute significantly to aligning certification project outcomes with business objectives, ensuring products meet necessary compliance standards for US Government, Federal agencies, and international standards bodies.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead and manage multiple complex certification projects from initiation through completion, encompassing scope, schedule, budget, metrics, and risk management.

    + Develop and execute detailed certification program plans that include critical paths, financials, resources, material requirements, impacts, and mitigation strategies.

    + Drive cross-functional collaboration to integrate security and trust features into new product releases.

    + Maintain deep knowledge of certification processes such as FIPS 140-3 and Common Criteria.

    + Identify and implement process improvements to enhance certification efficiency and operational excellence.

    + Manage communications between business units, government entities, and third-party labs.

    + Track project progress, promptly address issues, escalate as needed, and ensure timely certification completion.

    + Support PMO activities including meeting facilitation, note-taking, and follow-up on action items.

    + Collaborate with finance on project status and funding.

    + Utilize quantitative analysis to guide decision-making and process refinement.

    Essential Skills

    + Extensive program/project management experience, preferably in certification or compliance programs.

    + Strong understanding of product and system development life cycles.

    + Experience engaging with business units to discuss certification requirements.

    + Proven ability to prioritize and balance multiple programs in a rapidly changing environment.

    + Proficiency with Microsoft Office and program management tools such as JIRA, Smartsheet, and SharePoint.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

    + PMP certification.

    + Prior experience with product certifications including FIPS 140-3 and Common Criteria.

    + Experience in legal contracts and Statement of Work (SOW) development.

    + Experience leading cross-functional teams without direct reporting lines.

    + Strong problem-solving skills.

    + Knowledge of Agile program management methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.

    + Experience with vendor management.

    + Familiarity with networking or security.

    + Experience with Microsoft List and Power BI.

    Work Environment

    Hybrid work environment with two days in the office (Tuesday and Thursday) located in Morrisville. Expect a dynamic and fast-paced setting requiring adaptability and proactive engagement.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a long term contract position based out of Durham, North Carolina.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Durham,NC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.